Hernando County Criminal Defense Lawyer Serving Spring Hill, Brooksville & Weeki Wachee

Looking for a Hernando County criminal defense lawyer? Attorney Ron Frey of The Frey Law Firm, LLC is based in Tampa and represents people throughout Florida, including in Hernando County. Whether a case starts in Spring Hill, Brooksville, Weeki Wachee, or elsewhere in the county, state charges are heard in Brooksville, and a federal case from Hernando County goes to Ocala.

If you have been arrested or contacted by investigators, call before you do anything else. Your consultation is free and confidential: (813) 775-2276 or toll-free (844) 766-3739. Rapid response, 24/7.

Hernando County Courts: The Fifth Judicial Circuit

Hernando County is part of Florida’s Fifth Judicial Circuit, which also covers Citrus, Lake, Marion, and Sumter Counties. The Office of the State Attorney for the Fifth Judicial Circuit prosecutes state charges. Felony cases are heard in Circuit Court, and misdemeanors and criminal traffic cases, including most DUIs, are heard in County Court.

Hernando County’s criminal cases are heard at the Hernando County Courthouse, 20 North Main Street in Brooksville. Check your court notice carefully so you go to the right courtroom.

Who Makes Arrests in Hernando County

The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office is the main law enforcement agency in the county, including Spring Hill, and it also provides police services for the City of Brooksville. Federal agents may be involved in computer, fraud, and drug investigations.

People arrested in Hernando County are booked into the Hernando County Detention Center, 16425 Spring Hill Drive in Brooksville. Under Florida’s rules, a person who is held must see a judge within 24 hours of arrest for a first appearance, where release conditions are addressed. Calling a lawyer early means someone can be speaking for you at that hearing.

Pretrial Intervention and Drug Court

Florida law allows pretrial intervention for some first-time offenders charged with a misdemeanor or a third-degree felony, with the consent of the State Attorney and others. If the program is completed, the charges are dismissed. The Fifth Circuit State Attorney’s Office also uses diversion programs for some cases.

Hernando County also has Adult Felony Drug Court, Mental Health Court, and Veterans Court. These programs are not automatic, and the early steps in a case can affect whether they’re available. Learn more about our first-time offender defense.

Charges We Defend in Hernando County

Attorney Frey represents people in Hernando County on state and federal charges, including:

• Computer and internet crimes, a major part of his practice, often for people with no record
• AI-related investigations, including deepfakes and AI-assisted scams
• DUI and traffic offenses
• Drug charges
• Violent crimes
• Sex offenses
• Theft offenses
• White collar and financial crimes

See all of our criminal defense practice areas.

Federal Cases From Hernando County Go to Ocala

A federal case from Hernando County is not heard in Brooksville. Hernando County is part of the Ocala Division of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, so federal cases go to the Golden-Collum Memorial Federal Building and United States Courthouse, 207 Northwest Second Street in Ocala.

Attorney Frey is admitted to practice in the Middle District of Florida, which includes the Ocala Division. Computer, internet, and AI investigations can end up in either state or federal court, and that is often decided early. Learn more about our federal criminal defense.

Call Attorney Ron Frey

Attorney Ron Frey has over 20 years of experience defending people accused of crimes and people under investigation. He will explain what is happening in plain English and go over the options that may apply. No lawyer can promise a result, but you can understand where you stand before you make decisions.

Your consultation is free and confidential, by phone, by video, or at our Tampa office, and when the situation calls for it, we can come to you. Call (813) 775-2276 or toll-free (844) 766-3739. Rapid response, 24/7. Learn more about Attorney Ron Frey.

We also represent people in neighboring Pasco County and Citrus County, and nearby Hillsborough County and Pinellas County. Elsewhere in Florida? We represent clients throughout Florida.

This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Court locations, agency practices, and program rules can change. Reading this page or contacting The Frey Law Firm, LLC does not create an attorney-client relationship.